TALLAHASSEE, FL - On July 14, 2025, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Dr. Michael Garcia and Clay Hollis to the Hillsborough Community College District Board of Trustees.

Dr. Michael Garcia

Dr. Garcia is a Surgeon at the Florida Orthopedic Institute. He currently serves as the Chief Quality Officer of Orthopedic Solutions Management and is a member of the First Tee of Tampa Bay Advisory Board. Dr. Garcia earned his bachelor’s degree in zoology from the University of Florida and his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of South Florida.
 
Clay Hollis

Hollis is a Vice President of Tucker/Hall. Previously, he served as Chief of Staff for the Port of Tampa Bay, the Director of External Affairs for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and serves as a member of the Ybor City Chamber of Commerce. Hollis earned his bachelor’s degree in public policy from Southern Methodist University.

These appointments are subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.